Welcome
Welcome to “Antiparos 24.4 Km Road Race” that gives the opportunity to combine running a beautiful route along the coastline of this small and picturesque island located close to Paros with having the best holidays ever at a picturesque and relaxing island in Western Cyclades, famous for the serene atmosphere and the lovely beaches.
What
24.4km, 12Km Hiking, 2 Km Fun Race
Where
Antiparos, a small island in the southern Aegean, at the heart of the Cyclades, which is less than one nautical mile from Paros
When
Saturday, 6th of September 2014
Why
Because runners can enjoy Antiparos, which is a small holiday paradise located southwest from Paros Island in the Cyclades Islands of Greece. The calm cycladic landscape, with the scattered churches, the famous cave and the Enetic castle, is ideal for running. The variety of the coast, where golden sand beaches give way to small remote bays with blue-green waters, offers magical moments. The lovely and very picturesque course starts from the port of Antiparos, passes through the main village (1km), continues along the coastline as far as the settlement of Ayios Yeorgios (with its view to the island of Despotiko) and returns along the same route. The entire race is on paved road.
How
Contact us and we will make you an unbeatable offer to suit your needs and preferences:
We offer several options varying from short weekend breaks in Antiparos including your entry to the race, to a full vacation plan in Antiparos and the surrounding area!
Moreover, we can offer you training plans, actual training in the streets and routes of Antiparos and of course we will run with you!
For more information and detail please call: +30 6978 524 433
Or email: info[@]www.runningreece.com
We are looking forward to hearing from you!
Happy runs!
Race Date
Saturday, 6th of September 2014
Event Schedule
Starting Time: 17.00
Maximum duration of Race: 3.5 hours.
Distances
24.4km, 12Km Hiking, 2 Km Fun Race
Entry Fee
Your participation to the race is paid and secured by RunninGreece.
The participation includes the following benefits
- Electronic timer (official time and place)
- Participation diploma
- Commemorative Medal for participation
- Commemorative t-shirt
- Race bag
Deadline registration
Registration is open until Friday, 29th of August 2014. Participation can be obtained via online registration.
Route
The starting and finish line is at the Old Pier (Palio Molo), Port of Antiparos.
Health Coverage
In any case all runners participate solely at their own risk. The organizers have no responsibility for whatever happens to the runners related to health issues or is due to lack of preventive medical check. It is highly recommended that the participants undergo a thorough medical examination before entering the race. The organizers will not ask for medical certificates from any athlete (male and female), since they all participate at their own exclusive risk and responsibility (children are at the liability of their parents or guardians). We will also provide offers for special health checkup for all runners, and members of their families.
Electronic Timing
All participants will be timed by a timing company using an electronic timing system. For this reason, the runners must wear the timing chip they will receive from the registration center together with the participation number. Attention: Your time will not be registered and will not be included in the results if you do not have the timing chip attached to your shoe and not pass over the timing mats.
Aid Stations
There will be 6 stations along the route - at kilometres 5, 8.5, 12.2 (at Ayios Yeorgios - which is also the mid-way and turning point of the run), 16, 19.5 and 22. These stations will be offering runners water, isotonic drinks and bananas, and there will also be water at the Finish Line.
Awards
Cups will be awarded to the top three finishers in both female and male categories. Cups will also be awarded in the 2km race to the top three finishers in both girls’ and boys’ categories. All participants who manage to finish the race will be given a commemorative medal and a diploma.
Simple Running Offer: from €40 »
BOOK NOW
The Simple offer is addressed to those who wish to come and stay in Antiparos on their own. It includes:
- The registration and all the logistics of the race entry
- Special RunninGreece starting pack
- Running r-shirt
- Commemorative diploma for participation
- Transportation to and from the starting line (where needed)
- Tips and advice for the specific race
- Training schedule depending on your personal targets
- Safe keeping of clothing and personal belongings during the race.
If you really want to feel like a champion, we are here to support you!
Running Offer #1 (no transportation): from €70 per person »
BOOK NOW
This offer is ideal for those who want to experience Cyclades the “running way”, and get the most out of their visit in Antiparos. We have selected the ideal locations for you, and we will suggest you the ideal vacation plan.
It
includes:
- Hotel accommodation in 3* or equivalent hotel in Antiparos
- The registration and all the logistics of the race entry
- Special RunninGreece starting pack
- Running t-shirt
- Commemorative diploma for participation
- Transportation to and from the starting line (where needed)
- Tips and advice for the specific race
- Training schedule depending on your personal targets
- Safe keeping of clothing and personal belongings during the race.
It starts from €70 per person (runner or not) for a two days/one-night accommodation in a 3star hotel. If you wish to stay longer, you may add as many nights as you want for an additional €30 per night per person.
Running Offer #2 (with transportation from Piraeus): from €140 per person »
BOOK NOW
This offer is ideal for those who want to experience Greece the “running way”, and get the most out of their visit in Antiparos. We have selected the ideal locations for you, and we will suggest you the ideal vacation plan.
It
includes:
- Hotel accommodation in 3* or equivalent hotel in Antiparos
- The registration and all the logistics of the race entry
- Special RunninGreece starting pack
- Running t-shirt
- Commemorative diploma for participation
- Transportation to and from the starting line (where needed)
- Tips and advice for the specific race
- Training schedule depending on your personal targets
- Safe keeping of clothing and personal belongings during the race.
It starts from €140 per person (runner or not) for a two days/one-night accommodation in a 3star hotel. If you wish to stay longer, you may add as many nights as you want for an additional €30 per night per person.
Special Running Offer »
Get a Custom Quote
Please tell us all your requirements and preferences, how many days you want to spend in Antiparos, what other places you wish to visit and we will come back with a tailor-made offer specific for you! We can add trainings, running tours, car/bike rental, excursions, family activities and many more. In any case our offer will include the hotel arrangements, transportation to and from your hotel, participation to the race and all the logistics of the race entry, transportation to and from the starting line, tips and advice for the specific race, training schedule depending on your personal targets, safe keeping of your belonging during the race and suggested vacation plan for all the days that you will be in Antiparos.
Group Running Offer »
Get a Custom Quote
If you are a group of people, please tell us all your requirements, how many of you are running, what you like and what you do not like and we will come back with a tailor-made offer specific for you and your company!
We can add trainings, running tours, car/bike rental, excursions, family activities and many more. In any case our offer will include the hotel arrangements, transportation to and from your hotel, participation to the race and all the logistics of the race entry, transportation to and from the starting line, tips and advice for the specific race, training schedule depending on your personal targets, safe keeping of your belonging during the race and suggested vacation plan for all the days that you will be in Antiparos.
Antiparos is a summer resort location ideal for quiet holidays. It is an island that is still ‘isolated’ and ‘untrodden’ by tourist hordes, despite the fact that more and more people have been discovering the place over the past few years.
Antiparos is renowned for its relaxed, authentic atmosphere. It has many beaches on all sides of the island and offers a nice alternative to the more crowded and hectic islands around it. Like its "parent island" Paros, it is also known for its excellent wind conditions, ideal for wind- and kitesurfing. An area on the northern part of the island is a well known nude beach, though unofficial.
The town of Antiparos is best explored on foot, and several beaches are within fifteen minutes walking distance from the main street.
Antiparos attractions include:
- the famous cave of Antiparos, one of the most beautiful and mysterious caves in the world. The area was used for pottery, but also for the worship of the goddess Artemis.
- Despotiko: This small island to the south west of Antiparos features architectural components of a Doric temple built around 500 BC. There are ongoing excavations on the site since 1997.
- The Castle: A single wall is all that remains from a 1440 Venetian castle located in the middle of the capital.
The food in Antiparos is superb and you can easily find traditional food, fresh fish, grilled octopus, local meat, great wine and the local Antiparos raki in any of the many tavernas in the main street and along the port of Antiparos, as well as in a few hidden gems in the small alleys.
The entire town of Antiparos comes to life in the summer evenings with many bars and pubs and small restaurants. Since Hollywood stars like Tom Hanks choose Antiparos for their vacations, it is pretty cosmopolitan although there are still many relaxed and easygoing bars.
But above all it is the warmth, kindness and hospitality of the locals to ensure that your visit will be unforgettable. Last but not least, you can combine Antiparos with a visit or a staying to the famous Paros Island which is only 30 minutes away.
Access to Antiparos is through Paros, however it is very easy to get to the island. You can either take a 30 minutes boat ride from Parikia or a 6-minute ferry - boat ride from Punta (Punta is a 10 minutes drive from the port of Paros, and you can get there by bus or taxi, or on your own vehicle).
